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A branch of feminism that encompasses the concepts of ecology and feminism. | |||
Although the term originated in the 1970s, many consider that ecofeminist practices have existed for much longer. Just as it is customary to speak of feminisms in the plural rather than feminism, ecofeminists will often use the term in the plural, to represent the diversity of experiences and points of view. M</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">ost agree that there is a connection (spiritual, material, or both) between the oppressions experienced by women and environmental destruction. | |||
==Understanding why gender justice is climate justice== | |||
==Examples of ecofeminism== | |||
==Important eco-feminist leaders== | |||
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Revision as of 18:58, 22 August 2023
A branch of feminism that encompasses the concepts of ecology and feminism. Although the term originated in the 1970s, many consider that ecofeminist practices have existed for much longer. Just as it is customary to speak of feminisms in the plural rather than feminism, ecofeminists will often use the term in the plural, to represent the diversity of experiences and points of view. Most agree that there is a connection (spiritual, material, or both) between the oppressions experienced by women and environmental destruction.
Understanding why gender justice is climate justice
Examples of ecofeminism
Important eco-feminist leaders
 Wangar ĩ Muta Maathai (Kenya) was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1977 and founded the Green Belt Movement to fight against deforestation by enabling women to learn how to take care of the trees in their homes. community. |
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